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NHL Predictions: Feb. 28 Edmonton Oilers vs San Jose Sharks

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Oilers 2026 trade deadline target: Oliver Ekman-Larsson

One defenceman that the Edmonton Oilers have been linked to is Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Ekman-Larsson is one of the last remaining players in the National Hockey League who was a part of the Phoenix Coyotes (before the name change).

Ryan Smyth News / Oilersnation / February 27

Flashback Friday: Looking at the Ryan Smyth trade 19 years ago that never should’ve happened

There have been two Edmonton Oilers to hit games played milestones this season. For the first time in franchise history, a player played their 1,000th game with the Oilers, as Adam Henrique reached the quadruple-digit game mark on October 21st against the Ottawa Senators.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 27

Knoblauch makes changes and the early results look good

The Edmonton Oilers scored 13 goals in two games, and in five of six periods, they dominated the Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings. It is a very small

Mikko Rantanen News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 27

Oilers 2026 trade deadline target: Ryan O’Reilly

One of the best third-line centres available ahead of March 6th’s trade deadline is Ryan O’Reilly. The 35-year-old has the rare distinction of being a second-round pick who immediately made the National Hockey League.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Jordan Binnington News / NHL Trade Talk / February 27

Insider Weighs In on Jordan Binnington–Oilers Buzz

The goaltending position has become a hot topic again in Edmonton. A three-week Olympic break didn’t do the trick for Tristan Jarry, who was shelled on

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 27

Star Canadians clash as Oilers face Sharks

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers have ignited offensively since the Olympic break ended, while the San Jose Sharks returned with a disappointing thud.

Darnell Nurse News / NHL Trade Talk / February 27

Analyst Believes Darnell Nurse’s Game May Not Be Salvageable

Darnell Nurse has always been a polarizing player for the Edmonton Oilers. His up-and-down play, which already drew scrutiny, has, of course, come under even more fire ever since signing his massive $9.25 million contract—and it’s now nearly impossible to evaluate his game without considering what he’s paid.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 27

Four Oilers who need to step up down the stretch

After a thrilling few weeks of Olympic hockey, the NHL is back underway, and for an Edmonton Oilers squad that limped into the break, there’s a heightened sense of urgency.

Connor McDavid News / Inside The Rink / February 27

Connor McDavid Reaches 100 Points For Ninth Time

Connor McDavid, who is arguably one of the best players of this generation, hit his ninth career 100-point season and his sixth in a row following a two-point game against the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday night.

Mattias Janmark News / The Oil Rig / February 27

Report: Edmonton Oilers forward Mattias Janmark could be sidelined for the remainder of the season

The 2025–26 season has been a revolving door of long-term injuries. As soon as one player is healthy and set to return, another is shelved with an ailment.

Oliver Ekman-Larsson News / NHL Trade Talk / February 27

Ekman-Larsson Interest 'Is Real': Smart Add or Wrong Fit for the Oilers?

The rumour mill is heating up in Edmonton once again. On the latest episode of 32 Thoughts, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman noted that the Oliver Ekman-Larsson

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 27

The Oilers have a goaltending problem

The Edmonton Oilers welcomed us all back in classic Oily fashion. They gave us a glimmer of hope Tuesday night, and then left us with nothing at all. Despite holding two separate two-goal leads, the Oilers managed to leave Anaheim with nothing but a bitter taste.

Carey Price News / NHL Trade Talk / February 27

Analyst Trolls the Oilers with Stunning Carey Price Hypothetical

Despite the 8-1 blowout win of the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday night, it seems like the fun thing to do these days is harp on the Edmonton Oilers’ defensive woes.

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The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

NHL Rumours and Analyzing a Potential Maple Leafs and Oilers Big-Name Trade

We are here exactly one week before the 2025-26 NHL Trade Deadline. You know what that means? It is time for a scrumptious edition of NHL Rumours, and one focusing on two big wigs, the Edmonton Oilers and the Toronto Maple Leafs.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 27

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ 8-1 Win Over Kings

The Edmonton Oilers erupted for one of their biggest road victories in franchise history on Thursday (Feb. 26), defeating the Los Angeles Kings by a score of 8-1 at Crypto.com Arena.

NHL News / Oilersnation / February 27

Oilers snap losing streak with biggest win of season over Kings

The Edmonton Oilers snapped their four-game losing streak emphatically, handing the Los Angeles Kings an 8-1 beating in their home barn on Thursday night.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / February 27

Oilers’ depth scoring drives win, Andrew Mangiapane’s multi-point night, and Connor McDavid’s 100th point

If you’re wondering what exactly is going on with the Edmonton Oilers right now, you’re not alone. After coughing up three separate leads in Anaheim and

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / February 27

Oilers’ McDavid records ninth 100-point season, third all-time

One of the greatest players of all time is climbing closer to the top of a legendary leaderboard. On Thursday night, Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid potted a goal and an assist against the Los Angeles Kings in an 8-1 victory.

Tristan Jarry News / Breakaway on SI / February 27

Oilers GM Should Be Fired For Tristan Jarry Trade

The Edmonton Oilers have had a goaltending issue for quite some time, even dating back to their back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals losses to the Florida Panthers.

Mattias Janmark News / Daily Faceoff / February 26

Oilers’ Mattias Janmark out ‘long term’ with injury

Some unwelcome news for a team trying to stay near the top of the Pacific Division. When speaking to the media on Thursday, Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch revealed that forward Mattias Janmark is going to be out “long term.” “It’s a chronic injury that needs some rest,” Knoblauch said.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 26

Maple Leafs in extension talks with Oilers-linked forward

Bobby McMann and the Toronto Maple Leafs are in talks to extend the forward's contract, despite links to the Edmonton Oilers.

Bobby McMann Emerging as Intriguing Trade Chip for Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs president sends strong message to fans, but it won't fix team's problems

Do the Sharks need to make the playoffs for Macklin Celebrini to win the Hart?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 26

Oilers’ $30M Salary Cap Situation Could Derail Deadline Plans

The Edmonton Oilers are running out of runway — and cap space. As the calendar flips toward the March 6 trade deadline, the Oilers find themselves in the middle of a four-game losing streak, searching for answers while nearly 30 percent of their salary cap is tied up in contracts that simply haven’t delivered to expectations.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / February 26

Oilers’ Knoblauch Doing No Favours for Tristan Jarry’s Confidence

The Edmonton Oilers were hopeful that the Olympic break would be just what they needed to turn their season around. While they haven’t been flat-out horrendous this season, they’ve looked like a shell of themselves from the team who went to back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals.

Edmonton Oilers News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26